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Graduate Programs
Master's Degrees
Asian Program (graduate theology courses in English and Korean)
At a Glance The Asian Program offers bilingual courses in English and Korean for the various graduate degree programs in C.P. Haggard Graduate School of Theology. Blending Korean culture with the principles of God's Word, the program provides academic excellence coupled with practical ministry training. Format Location Traditional Los Angeles
Clinical Psychology: Marriage and Family Therapy, M.A.
At a Glance Theory and hands-on practice prepares counselors to work with individuals, couples, and families by integrating theology, ethics, and psychotherapy. Meets California licensure requirements. Units Completion Time Format Locations 60 2, 3, or 4 years Traditional Azusa (main campus) Orange County San Diego
College Counseling and Student Development, M.S.
At a Glance This program prepares individuals to become student affairs educators whose special interest is college students and the environments that affect their development as persons and scholar educators. Units Completion Time Format Location 42 2 years (traditional) 3 years (summer track) Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Composition, M.M.
At a Glance The Master of Music in Composition prepares musicians for professional careers in the specialized and competitive field of composition and arranging. Units Completion Time Format Location 36 2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Conducting, M.M.
At a Glance The Master of Music in Conducting prepares musicians for professional careers in the specialized and competitive field of conducting. Units Completion Time Format Location 36 2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Curriculum and Instruction in Multicultural Contexts, M.A.Ed.
At a Glance For K-12 credentialed teachers, provides instructional strategies for the multicultural classroom. Focuses on personal, social, academic, and literacy development, emphasizing communication with families and communities. Units Completion Time Format Locations 36 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County Ventura
Early Entry into Nursing and Advanced Practice (EENAP)
At a Glance EENAP students complete pre-licensure theory and clinical coursework leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and then continue on with courses that lead to advanced practice in nursing, specifically the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree. Units Completion Time Format Locations 66 3 years Accelerated Azusa (main campus) Inland Empire San Diego
Educational Counseling (with an embedded School Counseling Credential), M.A.Ed.
At a Glance Prepares school counselors to communicate with and guide students of all cultures, socioeconomic levels, and learning abilities. Requirements for the Pupil Personnel Services Credential are embedded within the program. Units Completion Time Format Locations 48 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Educational Leadership: Educational Technology and Learning, M.A.
At a Glance Prepares candidates to serve as effective innovative school administrators. Units Completion Time Format Location 36 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Educational Leadership, M.A.
At a Glance Prepares educators for advanced roles such as faculty mentor, curriculum planner, department chair, or private school principal. Also offered in conjunction with the Tier I credential. Units Completion Time Format Locations 36 15 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Educational Psychology (with an embedded School Psychology Credential), M.A.Ed.
At a Glance Prepares school psychologists to evaluate and treat students of all cultures, socioeconomic levels, and learning abilities. Requirements for the Pupil Personnel Services Credential are embedded within the program. Units Completion Time Format Locations 66 3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus) Inland Empire Orange County
Educational Technology and Learning, M.A.
At a Glance Provides educators with technology skills than can be integrated into daily curricula. Combines hands-on instruction and online learning, emphasizing Web 2.0 tools such as video, web design, podcasting, digital imaging, and blogs immediately applicable for today's classroom. Units Completion Time Format Locations 36 15-18 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County Ventura
Educational Technology, M.A. (Online)
At a Glance This program, conducted entirely online, empowers 21st century educators to infuse and implement technology into K-U teaching and learning classrooms and online learning communities. Units Completion Time Format Location 36 15 months Online Online
Education, M.M.
At a Glance The Master of Music Education prepares current and prospective teaching professionals as school music specialists qualified to lead K-12 music programs in both private and public sectors. This program offers the following concentrations: Choral and Instrumental. Units Completion Time Format Location 33-36 2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Leadership and Organizational Studies, M.A. (also online)
At a Glance This accelerated degree for working professionals teaches advanced skills in multicultural matters, research, ethics, strategic planning, and people and organizational management for promotion, advancement, and/or career change. Units Completion Time Formats Locations 33 20 months Online Traditional Azusa (main campus) Murrieta Online Orange County San Diego
Management, M.A.
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Locations 36 12-30 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) Los Angeles Ventura
MBA
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 38 12-18 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
M.Div. (Master of Divinity)
At a Glance The Master of Divinity Program prepares men and women for professional ministry in the church by providing solid training in biblical, theological, and ministerial studies. This program offers the following concentrations: Anglican Studies and Biblical Studies. Units Completion Time Format Locations 90 3-4 years Traditional Azusa (main campus) Los Angeles San Diego
MFA (Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art)
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 60 37 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
MSN with CNS Specialties
At a Glance Students pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing must also complete coursework for a specialized clinical area of nursing, such as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Parish Nursing, or School Nurse Services Credential. Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) options available include Adult CNS and Parent-Child CNS. Units Completion Time Format Location 38-40 2-3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
MSN with NP Specialties
At a Glance Students pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing must also complete coursework for a specialized clinical area of nursing, such as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Parish Nursing, or School Nurse Services Credential. Nurse Practitioner (NP) options available include Adult NP, Family NP, Pediatric NP, Psychiatric Mental Health NP. Units Completion Time Format Location 42-54 3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
MSN with PN Specialty
At a Glance Students pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing must also complete coursework for a specialized clinical area of nursing, such as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Parish Nursing, or School Nurse Services Credential. Units Completion Time Format Location 38 2-3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
MSN with SNSC Specialty
At a Glance Students pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing must also complete coursework for a specialized clinical area of nursing, such as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Parish Nursing, or School Nurse Services Credential. Units Completion Time Format Location 43-45 3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Nursing, M.S. (MSN)
At a Glance Nationally accredited, the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) prepares students in advanced theory and practice in a specialized clinical area of nursing. Upon completion, students will meet all the requirements to be certified and will be nationally board eligible. Units Completion Time Format Locations 22-24 2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus) San Diego
Operation Impact: Organizational Leadership, M.A.
At a Glance Provides educational support internationally to leaders of mission, government, nongovernment, and nonprofit organizations in a distributed-learning approach to global-learning groups worldwide. Units Completion Time Format Location 39 3 years Traditional International
Organizational Leadership, M.A.
At a Glance For experienced professionals in positions of leadership, this interdisciplinary, intercultural, international program hones leadership skills through experiential study of organizational life and action research. Units Completion Time Format Locations 39 2-3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus) Colorado Springs
Pastoral Studies, M.A.
At a Glance The Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies Program is designed for persons seeking preparation in a specialized field of ministry. Concentrations include church leadership and development, urban studies, worship leadership, and youth ministry. This program offers the following concentrations: Church Leadership and Development, Urban Studies, Worship Leadership, and Youth Ministry. Units Completion Time Format Locations 60 2-3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus) Los Angeles San Diego
Performance, M.M.
At a Glance The Master of Music in Performance allows specialization in conducting, instrumental performance, piano and organ performance, and vocal performance. This program offers the following concentrations: Instrumental, Keyboard Collaborative Arts, Piano and Organ, and Vocal. Units Completion Time Format Location 30-32 2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Physical Education, M.S.
At a Glance Prepares graduates for careers in physical education, sociology of sport, and sport psychology, as well as program administration, consulting, and admission to doctoral programs. Units Completion Time Format Locations 36 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Programa Hispano (en Español)
At a Glance The Hispanic Program provides Hispanic students a graduate theological education in a linguistic and cultural dynamic that enhances the richness of the Hispanic worldview in the context of mainstream American culture. The Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies (M.A.P.S.) and the Master of Divinity (M.Div.) are offered in a bilingual setting, and all classes are taught in Spanish or English. Format Location Traditional Azusa (main campus)
School Librarianship, M.A.Ed. (Online)
At a Glance Offered in conjunction with the Teacher Librarian Services Credential, this degree develops school library and media specialists as educational leaders in their districts. Graduates are recognized as experts at the state level. Units Completion Time Format Location 39 18 months Online Online
Second Careers and Nursing (S.C.A.N.)
At a Glance S.C.A.N. provides students an intensive three-year sequence of pre- and post-licensure study that enables them to become registered nurses (RNs) and also leads to the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree with a clinical specialty. Units Completion Time Format Location 98-102 3-4 years Accelerated Azusa (main campus)
Social Work, MSW
At a Glance The Master of Social Work Program offers concentration courses that allow students to specialize in a selected area of social work practice. The MSW degree is considered the most appropriate academic credential for advanced social work practice and is a requirement for professional licensure in most states. This program offers the following concentrations: Clinical Practice with Individuals and Families and Community Practice and Partnerships. Units Completion Time Format Location 60 36* 2 or 4 years 10 months* Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Special Education and Educational Technology, M.Ed.
At a Glance The Master of Education: Special Education and Educational Technology (non-credential) Program focuses on research-proven instructional strategies and the integration of technology into the curriculum for special needs populations. Units Completion Time Format Location 36 12-18 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Special Education, M.A.Ed.
At a Glance Offering the master’s in special education without the credential, this program provides the training and experiences that lead to confident, competent, and compassionate care of persons with disabilities. Units Completion Time Format Locations 39 12-18 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Los Angeles Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, M.A. (CCC)
At a Glance The APU/Christ's College Cooperative M.A./TESOL Program offers college graduates in Taiwan the opportunity to earn a 36-unit Master of Arts in TESOL. Units Completion Time Format Location 36 24 months Traditional International
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, M.A. (field-based)
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 36 30 months Field-based International
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, M.A. (on-campus)
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 36 17-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), M.A. (online)
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 36 18 months Online Online
Teaching, M.A.Ed. with a concentration in Gifted and Talented Education
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 36 18-24 months Online Online
Theological Studies, M.A.
At a Glance The Master of Arts in Theological Studies is designed for individuals seeking advanced academic training in biblical studies or theology and ethics in preparation for teaching in Christian schools and colleges, or for doctoral studies in Bible or theology and ethics. This program offers the following concentrations: Biblical Studies and Theology and Ethics. Units Completion Time Format Locations 60 2-3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus) Los Angeles
Transformational Urban Leadership, M.A.
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 45 2 Years Field-based International
Youth Ministry, M.A.
At a Glance The Master of Arts in Youth Ministry Program prepares men and women for the specialized field of youth ministry. Units Completion Time Format Location 48 2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Doctoral Degrees
Clinical Psychology: Family Psychology, Psy.D.
At a Glance The recognized degree for practitioners, APU’s Psy.D. provides comprehensive training. This practitioner-scholar program combines science and practice, emphasizing service, and meets California licensure requirements. This program offers the following concentrations: Forensic Psychology and Consulting Psychology. Units Completion Time Format Location 100 4 or 5 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
At a Glance Prepares graduates to assume elementary and secondary administrative positions at school site, district office or county, state, and federal levels in public or private education. This program offers the following concentrations: Leadership, Teaching and Learning, and School Psychology. Units Completion Time Format Locations 48 3 years coursework 1-2 years dissertation Traditional Azusa (main campus) Orange County
Higher Education Leadership, Ed.D.
At a Glance Qualifies graduates for leadership roles in colleges and universities, especially in student development, academic support, academic leadership, and institutional administration. Units Completion Time Format Location 48 3 years coursework 1-2 years dissertation Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Higher Education, Ph.D.
At a Glance The Ph.D. in Higher Education develops scholars who are able to conduct original research and interpret and communicate the results of that research through their writing, teaching, and leadership. This program serves higher education professionals who work full time while completing 18 units per year in the doctoral program. This program offers the following concentrations: Organizational Leadership and Student Success. Units Completion Time Format Location 54 3 years coursework 1-2 years dissertation Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Ministry, D.Min.
At a Glance The Doctor of Ministry Program renews and transforms ministry leaders, churches, and communities, equipping them to spread the message of Jesus Christ. Units Completion Time Format Location 36 4 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Nursing, PhD
At a Glance The PhD in Nursing, with an emphasis in either Health of the Family and the Community or International Health, is a research-based program designed to prepare graduates for a life of scholarship and teaching. This program offers the following concentrations: Health of the Family and Community and International Health. Units Completion Time Format Location 64 4 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Physical Therapy, DPT
At a Glance Emphasizes the scientific basis of human structure and movement, the spiritual basis of human worth, and the integration of these elements into a comprehensive approach to evaluation and treatment. Graduates gain a solid generalist perspective of patient care in a variety of professional treatment settings. Units Completion Time Format Location 150 31 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Pre-Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology Program
At a Glance For those without a master’s in psychology, this program offers a one-year sequence of courses in preparation for the Psy.D. curriculum, with an opportunity to earn the master's after one year in the Psy.D. Program. Format Location Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Certificates
Certificate in Gifted and Talented Education (Online)
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 12 9-12 months Online Online
Certificate in TEFL (online)
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 6 9-12 weeks Online Online
Certificate in TESOL (field based)
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 18 12 months Field-based Azusa (main campus)
Certificate in TESOL (on-campus)
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Location 18 12 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
ELL/CTEL/CLAD Certificate
At a Glance Prepares credentialed teachers to work with second-language learners. Units Completion Time Format Locations 12 4-8 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Intensive English Programs (Advanced Levels)
At a Glance The American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI) offers a certificate program with six levels of study (beginning through advanced) taught in eight-week sessions. These sessions operate year-round and offer approximately 20 hours of class time per week. Become proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English; receive training in presentation skills, research skills, and cross-cultural leadership; and take graduate courses for credit while enrolled in ALCI. Location Azusa (main campus)
Credentials
2042 Multiple-Subject Internship Teaching Credential, Track B
At a Glance The 2042 Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential, Track B, offered as part of APU's combined master's/credential program, prepares teachers for positions at the elementary and middle school levels (K-8). This track is specifically designed for the candidate who is teaching full-time in an appropriate setting in a public or private K-12 school, verified and approved by the program director prior to course registration. The program is CTC and NCATE accredited. Format Locations Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Los Angeles Orange County San Diego Ventura
2042 Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential Level I, Track A
At a Glance The 2042 Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential Program, offered as part of APU's combined master's/credential program, prepares teachers for positions at the elementary and middle school levels (K-8). This track is specifically designed for the candidate who is not teaching full-time in a K-12 school. The program is CTC and NCATE accredited. Units Completion Time Format Locations 45 12-18 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
2042 Single-Subject Internship Teaching Credential, Track B
At a Glance The 2042 Single-Subject Teaching Credential, Track B, offered as part of APU's combined master's/credential program, prepares teachers for positions at the middle and high school levels (7-12), and K-12 specialists in art, music, and physical education. This track is specifically designed for the candidate who is teaching full-time in an appropriate setting in a public or private K-12 school, verified and approved by the program director prior to course registration. Format Locations Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
2042 Single-Subject Teaching Credential, Track A
At a Glance The 2042 Single-Subject Teaching Credential, Track A, offered as part of APU's combined master's/credential program, prepares teachers for positions at the middle and high school levels (7-12), and K-12 specialists in art, music, and physical education. This track is specifically designed for the candidate who is not teaching full-time in a K-12 school. Format Locations Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Fifth Year 2042 Clear Credential Program
At a Glance This program provides an efficient path for meeting state requirements for a professional clear credential. Units Completion Time Format Location 12 4-6 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Mild/Moderate Disabilities (K-12) Specialist Credential, Track A
At a Glance For noncontracted teachers, this special education credential program prepares educators to skillfully and compassionately guide mild to moderately disabled students (K-12). Units Completion Time Format Locations 34 12-18 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Los Angeles Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Mild/Moderate Disabilities (K-12) Specialist Internship Credential, Track B
At a Glance For contracted teacher interns, this credential in special education imparts the specialized knowledge and skills necessary for teachers of mild to moderately disabled students (K-12). Units Completion Time Format Locations 34 12-18 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Los Angeles Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Mild/Moderate Educational Specialist Clear Credential
At a Glance Units Format Location 18 Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Moderate/Severe Disabilities Credential, Track A
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Locations 27 12-18 Months Traditional Azusa (main campus) Murrieta
Moderate/Severe Disabilities Internship Credential, Track B
At a Glance Units Completion Time Format Locations 27 12-18 Months Traditional Azusa (main campus) Murrieta
Preliminary Administrative Services Credential and Internship Credential (PASC), Tier I
At a Glance This program allows candidates to complete their credential while filling an administrative position under university and district supervision, gaining leadership skills from an ethical approach. Units Completion Time Format Locations 24 15 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Professional Administrative Services Credential (PASC), Tier II
At a Glance For those holding a Tier I credential, this advanced training program satisfies the state requirement for professional development and prepares full-time administrators for higher-level positions. Units Completion Time Format Locations 10 3-4 semesters Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County Ventura
Teacher Librarian Services Credential (Online)
At a Glance Prepares experts in technology, literature, and diversity online to assist students in research, coordinate library programs for districts and counties, and supervise classified personnel. Units Completion Time Format Location 30 15 months Online Online
Combined Programs
Digital Teaching and Learning, M.A.Ed. and Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential, Tracks A and B
At a Glance The Master of Arts in Education: Digital Teaching and Learning focuses on foundational tools for teachers to design and implement instructional experiences that integrate technology throughout the curriculum. Attention is given to learning theory for today’s digital learner, instructional video, and Web 2.0 tools for enhanced interactive learning. Units Format Location 46-48 Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Digital Teaching and Learning, M.A.Ed. and Single-Subject Teaching Credential, Tracks A and B
At a Glance Digital Teaching and Learning focuses on foundational tools for teachers to design and implement instructional experiences that integrate technology throughout the curriculum. Attention is given to learning theory for today’s digital learner, instructional video, and Web 2.0 tools for enhanced interactive learning. Format Location Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Educational Leadership: Educational Technology and Learning, M.A. and PASC Credential (Tier 1)
At a Glance Prepares candidates to serve as effective innovative school administrators. Units Completion Time Format Location 36 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Educational Leadership: Educational Technology and Learning, M.A. and PASC Internship Credential (Tier 1)
At a Glance Prepares candidates to serve as effective innovative school administrators. Units Completion Time Format Location 45 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Educational Leadership, M.A. and PASC Credential (Tier 1)
At a Glance Combines the school administration master’s with the Tier I credential to comprehensively prepare school administrators in multicultural settings. Emphasizes a strong Christian approach to leadership. Units Completion Time Format Locations 36 15-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Educational Leadership, M.A. and PASC Internship Credential (Tier 1)
At a Glance Prepares candidates to serve as effective innovative school administrators. Format Location Traditional Azusa (main campus)
MSN with Adult CNS and ANP
At a Glance This combined program allows students to earn a master’s degree along with the Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Credential, including a specialization in Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), preparing them for certification by the state of California and for national certification. Units Completion Time Format Location 52-54 3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
MSN with Parent-Child CNS and PNP
At a Glance This combined program allows students to earn a master’s degree along with the Parent-Child Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Credential, including a specialization in Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP), preparing them for certification by the state of California and for national certification. Units Completion Time Format Location 56-58 3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
MSN with SNSC and FNP
At a Glance This combined program allows students to earn a master’s degree along with the School Nurse Services Credential, including a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), preparing them for certification by the state of California and for national certification. Units Completion Time Format Location 60-62 3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
MSN with SNSC and PNP
At a Glance This combined program allows students to earn a master’s degree along with the School Nurse Services Credential, including a specialization in Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP), preparing them for certification by the state of California and for national certification. Units Completion Time Format Location 54-66 3 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Physical Education, M.A. and Single-Subject Teaching Credential, Track A
At a Glance Designed for candidates without teaching contracts in the field, this program prepares graduates for careers in physical education, sociology of sport, and sport psychology. Units Format Location 48 Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Physical Education, M.A. and Single-Subject Teaching Credential, Track B
At a Glance Designed for candidates who are already teaching in the field, this program prepares graduates for careers in physical education, sociology of sport, and sport psychology. Units Location 43 Azusa (main campus)
Special Education, M.A.Ed. and Mild to Moderate Disabilities Specialist Internship Credential (K-12) Preliminary, Track B
At a Glance For those with full-time teaching contracts, this master’s/credential program expands educators’ skill base and enhances teaching techniques in special needs classrooms. Units Completion Time Format Locations 49 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Los Angeles Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Special Education, M.A.Ed. and Mild to Moderate Disabilities Specialist (K-12) Preliminary, Track A Credential
At a Glance For those without full-time teaching contracts, this master’s/credential program provides focused study of special needs classrooms and students under the tutelage of experienced professionals. Units Completion Time Format Locations 43 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Los Angeles Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Special Education, M.A.Ed. and Moderate to Severe Educational Specialist Preliminary Credential, Track A
At a Glance For those without full-time teaching contracts, this master’s/credential program provides focused study of special needs classrooms and students under the tutelage of experienced professionals. Units Completion Time Format Location 46 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Special Education, M.A.Ed. and Moderate to Severe Educational Specialist Preliminary Credential, Track B
At a Glance For those with full-time teaching contracts, this master’s/credential program expands educators’ skill base and enhances teaching techniques in special needs classrooms. Units Completion Time Format Location 46 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Teaching, M.A.Ed. and Multiple-Subject Internship Teaching Credential, Track B
At a Glance For full-time elementary or middle school (K-8) teachers and those on emergency permits, this master’s/credential program satisfies necessary requirements and offers professional advancement. This track is specifically designed for the candidate who is teaching full-time in an appropriate setting in a public or private K-12 school, verified and approved by the program director prior to course registration. The program is CTC and NCATE accredited. Units Completion Time Format Locations 40 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Teaching, M.A.Ed. and Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential, Track A
At a Glance The Multiple Subject Teaching Credential is offered as part of APU's combined master's/credential program. The Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential Track A and Master of Arts in Education: Teaching program is designed for elementary or middle school (K-8) teachers. This master’s/credential program satisfies multiple-subject requirements and offers professional advancement. This track is specifically designed for the candidate who is not teaching full-time in a K-12 school. The program is CTC and NCATE accredited. Units Completion Time Format Locations 45 12-18 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Teaching, M.A.Ed. and Single-Subject Internship Teaching Credential, Track B
At a Glance For full-time middle or high school (8-12) teachers and those on emergency permits, this master’s/credential program fulfills single-subject specialist requirements and facilitates professional advancement. This track is specifically designed for the candidate who is teaching full-time in an appropriate setting in a public or private K-12 school, verified and approved by the program director prior to course registration. Units Completion Time Format Locations 37-40 18-24 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Teaching, M.A.Ed. and Single-Subject Teaching Credential, Track A
At a Glance The Single Subject Teaching Credential is offered as part of APU's combined master's/credential program. The Single-Subject Teaching Credential Track B and Master of Arts in Education: Teaching program is designed for middle or high school (8-12) teachers. This master’s/credential program fulfills single-subject specialist requirements and facilitates professional advancement. This track is specifically designed for the candidate who is not teaching full-time in a K-12 school. Units Completion Time Format Locations 45-48 12-18 months Traditional Azusa (main campus) High Desert Inland Empire Murrieta Orange County San Diego Ventura
Post-Master's Credentials
Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
At a Glance This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners for patients across the adult years. Units Completion Time Format Location 33 1-2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP)
At a Glance This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners for adults in primary health care settings. Units Completion Time Format Location 37 1-2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
At a Glance This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners for family-centered health care. Units Completion Time Format Location 39 1-2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Nursing Administration
At a Glance The Nursing Administration Post-Master’s Credential prepares students for administration of nursing service in a variety of health care settings. Coursework focuses on combining the resources of nursing, organizational development, and business management. Units Completion Time Format Location 9 1 semester Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Nursing Education
At a Glance The Nursing Education Post-Master’s Credential prepares nurses for teaching roles in various clinical and/or academic settings. This credential builds on skills and knowledge obtained in a master’s of science in nursing program. Units Completion Time Format Location 12 1-2 semesters Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Parent-Child Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
At a Glance This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners in areas such as pediatrics or obstetrics for content and practice. Units Completion Time Format Location 33 1-2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Parish Nursing (PN)
At a Glance Parish Nursing is an interdisciplinary program that prepares nurses to serve within churches or other religiously based settings as nurse specialists in spiritual aspects of patient care. Units Completion Time Format Location 23 1 year Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Pediatric Nurse Practioner (PNP)
At a Glance This specialty credential is a non-degree course credit option, preparing registered nurses with master’s degrees in nursing to be nurse practitioners with infants and children in primary healthcare settings. Units Completion Time Format Location 35 1-2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
At a Glance The PMHNP credential prepares nurses to work with patients experiencing severe mental illness to determine biopsychosocial health care needs within a complex and changing environment. Units Completion Time Format Location 28 1 year Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Post-Bachelor's Credentials
School Nurse Services Credential (SNSC)
At a Glance The School Nurse Services Credential (SNSC) prepares nurses who have completed a bachelor's degree to be effective practitioners of health in schools. Units Completion Time Format Location 31 1-2 years Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Secondary Specialties
Nursing Administration Specialty
At a Glance Students electing the nursing administration specialty are prepared to manage nursing services in a variety of health care settings. Attention is given to analyzing health care needs of groups of patients, utilizing resources, and organizing and implementing the delivery of nursing services to meet those needs. Units Completion Time Format Location 9 1 semester Traditional Azusa (main campus)
Nursing Education Specialty
At a Glance Students electing the nursing education specialty learn to develop and evaluate curricula for various types of programs in nursing education, develop and implement various teaching strategies, and assess and meet the learning needs of a diverse group of adult learners across multiple educational environments. Units Completion Time Format Location 9 1 semester Traditional Azusa (main campus)